Dan Moseson, Career Coach for the Humanities at U Career Success joins me for this live event recording to showcase best strategies on finding jobs and internships, covering everything from Handshake resources to networking tactics that uncover hidden opportunities. We walk through how to find the right job boards for your field, share practical strategies to stand out, and conduct live audience demos to showcase real-world job search techniques across various industries.

Job and Internship Searching

Hunt for Gold: After years of wondering who read aloud the text message that changed his life, Ethan Rauschkolb attempts to track down and thank the boy who wrote the “Stay Golden” message. This raw and heartfelt look at grief, loss, and remembrance will have you scrambling to relisten the moment you finish.

Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3540: Hunt For Gold

Salt Lake City Scene: Parly Scott dives into the snowboarding culture here in Salt Lake. She talks with local boarders to learn what the sport really means to them. Ski resorts all over Utah are open and getting busy so it's the perfect time to sit back and hear why snowboarding is so popular here in Utah.

Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3540: Salt Lake City Scene

The Open Journal: Step into a world of mental health with Kennedy Stapley. She interviews mental health therapists and a U student. Hear their inspiring stories and know that you are not alone!

Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3540: The Open Journal

Movement in the Mountains: In Salt Lake, the pulse of the underground rave scene beats stronger every day, attracting bigger artists and a growing community of fans. Through interviews with local Artists, promoters, and rave-goers, Malcolm Swope explores the history of the rave culture and what makes the local rave community unique.

Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3540: Movement In The Mountains

For the Love of Music: Gage Versteeg takes a look at what makes music so special for so many people. With the help of four different musicians, he learns how people discover music and how their passion for music grows.

Humanities Radio Presents Comm 3540: For The Love Of Music

"What if I'm not good enough?" A thought that has derailed so many of us from reaching our full potential, making us question our worth and abilities. This hot topic episode unpacks the different types of imposter syndrome and ways to overcome it.

Imposter Syndrome

Our very own intern, Lilly Martinescu, takes the mic to dive into a hot topic—Gen Z in the workforce. From rethinking the 9-to-5 grind to challenging outdated corporate norms, Gen Z is reshaping professional culture in real time. But with innovation comes friction. How are these fresh perspectives clashing with conventional workplace expectations?

Gen Z in the Workforce

Recent English graduate, Joseph Izampuye, takes the mic to talk about the power of resilience in your career. He shares his own experiences overcoming hurdles and offers insights on enduring the challenges that come with pursuing your professional path.

Resilience

Kate Wolsey, Internship Coordinator for the College of Fine Arts, talks about how emerging professionals in creative fields develop a strong sense of identity. She shares honest reflections from her own journey to becoming a freelance artist, offers tips for making the most out of an internship, and emphasizes how staying active and visible can shape your growth.

Career Development for Artists

To close out the season, we're asking for your help. Unpaid internships are still a reality for many students and new professionals trying to break into the professional world. The Step Up Program at the University of Utah provides funding for students completing unpaid internships. Sean McKelvie, Program Manager for Step Up joins the episode to talk about the impacts of Step Up and Marlie Hansen, a current student studying Communication and Economics, shares how paid internships have positively shaped her career.

Donate today via Venmo at @StepUpSupport

Step Up Support

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Cameron Vakilian, has been a champion for career and internship success for almost a decade. Currently, he serves as Career Coach and Associate Director for Internships and Career Success at the University of Utah. With a background in higher education and student development, Cameron has devoted his career to helping students find their passion and reach their full potential. He has worked with hundreds of employers in developing internships that inspire talent. As host of the INSPIRE podcast, Cameron interviews successful professionals, providing valuable insights to help students and new professionals thrive in an ever-evolving career landscape.

Job and Internship Searching

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